Make sure it’s in “showhome” condition and polished to perfection.

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In my over 28 years of experience selling all sorts of home in the greater Knoxville area, I’ve observed that a typical buyer is more willing to pay top dollar for your home IF they can move in without doing very much in the way of redecorating or repairs.

For that reason I walk through all my seller’s homes with them starting from the curb and ending up at the back yard, suggesting fix up tips, “staging” the home by rearranging or moving furniture & decor, and generally making sure they know to get it ready for inspection by all potential buyers.

A ‘neutral’ decor is best when selling to appeal to the broadest possible base of buyers because you normally do not know which one could be your buyer.

Repaint and remove wallpaper if you must to make the interior as neutral as possible. Buyers see dollars flying out of THEIR wallets if they think they must repaint your red den or strip the flocked wallpaper from your dining room.

Also make any needed repairs; fix that leaking faucet, oil or spray graphite on all your door hinges so they open smoothly without sticking, THOROUGHLY clean any surfaces potential buyers will be touching such as kitchen counter tops, and make sure all the windows are freshly cleaned inside & out.

For potential sellers and anyone else that’s interested, I have a 52 page eBook titled “450 Ideas To Help Your Home Sell FASTER” that tells you how to get your home in ‘ready to show’ (and ready to sell) condition.

Just send an e mail to [email protected] and I’ll get your free copy back to you right away.

Sellers and I start our home inspection tour at the curb because the “Curb Appeal” factor is vitally important to you for 2 reasons.

  • Many times potential buyers drive through a neighborhood before even contacting a Realtor or anyone else, and it’s very important for your home to look its best for interested passers by.
  • A great appearance sets the proper mood for showings. If buyers walk up to your front door and are greeted by bright, shiny fixtures on the door, clean & polished outdoors lights, a new welcome mat, and some cheery seasonal flowers it sets a great tone for the showing. They’re mentally prepared for more of the same inside.

Whereas if they walk up to your front door and there is cobwebs on the doorframe and lights because you always go in through your garage and never check the front; that sets a bad tone for a showing and does not appeal to people driving by your house.

If you’re thinking of selling your Knoxville, Tennessee area house please give me a call; I’ll be happy to come by at your convenience and help you put your home in top notch, “showhome” condition to make it sell faster and put more money in your pocket at closing.